Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionStart here. Grow here.As a Project Director within AECOM’s London Healthcare Project Management Team, you will be responsible for leading medium to large-scale built environment and construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring their successful delivery while continuing to develop your specialised knowledge.Your role will involve overseeing significant phases of projects, help to guide the business, whilst also fostering client and consultant relationships. Additionally, you will drive business development activities and contribute to AECOM's team and organisational growth.You will join our London Healthcare Project Management team, which forms a key part of our Social Infrastructure global market sector.We are looking for someone who brings energy and insight, with proven consultancy experience gained through a background working within on major project and frameworks in the Healthcare sector.Depending on the specific requirements of each project, the role may require you to be based on site and you will need to be prepared to travel to project locations within London and the Southeast.Lead and Deliver: Drive project delivery on our project management commissions to meet time, budget, and quality requirements, while fostering collaboration among clients, consultants, contractors, and team members.Examples of duties include:Lead the delivery of project management team outputsLead internal AECOM Project Team Meetings and external project meetingsCo‑ordinate, review and ensure sign‑off of deliverables Lead the management of design teamsLead the management of tender documents, appraisals and negotiationsLead the formulation and management of construction contractsProvide financial oversight, resource management, strategic guidance/audit & reviewClient-Centric Excellence: Strengthen client relationships by delivering an exceptional service, aligning project outcomes with client objectives and contributing to the business’ growth.Examples of duties include:Lead the development of strong relationships with clientsBe the main interface with AECOM clientsProgress business development opportunities with existing and new clientsSupport ‘winning’ clients, ensuring quality outputs and professional behavioursTeam Leadership and Development: Mentor and support junior members of our team in their career development, contribute to talent development initiatives and champion a positive, high performance team culture.Examples of duties include:Provide effective support, supervision and motivation of Project Managers and junior staffEnsure staff have current and relevant trainingProvide leadership within the project management businessProvide leadership and mentoring to the healthcare teamSupport Project Managers through Professional ChartershipActive involvement in recruitment and retention activitiesEnsure you complete all relevant trainingIndustry Engagement and Growth: Support bids and business development activities, engage with industry forums and networking events, and take ownership of your professional growth and knowledge-sharing within the organisation.Examples of duties include:Progress business development opportunities Support ‘winning’ clients as part of business developmentEngagement in recruitment (scope candidates, review candidates, interview & provide recommendations)Formulate fee proposalsIf you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives.Why not give our AECOM Buildings + Places page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see first hand the difference we're making in the industry!Enjoy the Perks.At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.QualificationsReady to push the limits of what’s possible?Here’s what we’re looking for:Extensive experience and technical knowledge in project management within the built environment or construction industry, with a proven track record of delivering complex healthcare projects throughout the full project lifecycle, from business case development through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, handover and defects resolution.Significant healthcare sector experience with a strong understanding of current NHS drivers, challenges, governance requirements and stakeholder environments.Experience leading projects and client relationships with executive support; self-directed and experienced in project delivery.Strong understanding of NHS business case approval processes, including the ability to support clients in developing robust business and investment cases.Demonstrable experience administering and managing construction contracts, including NEC forms of contract, and leading commercial and contractual processes throughout project delivery.Extensive experience leading multidisciplinary design teams and managing design development through approval and assurance processes.Strong understanding of procurement strategies and construction delivery methodologies, with the ability to advise clients on project delivery routes.Excellent knowledge of risk, change and stakeholder management, including the ability to establish collaborative project cultures and drive successful project outcomes.Experience leading project controls, governance, reporting and assurance processes for major capital projects and programmes.Sound understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and health and safety obligations applicable to healthcare construction projects.Outstanding communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple or major projects, workstreams, clients and stakeholders.Inclusive leadership skills and relationship management expertise.Proven work winning experience in a consultancy environment, including leading major bids and strategic pursuits.Experience working on major masterplan, healthcare estate transformation and social infrastructure projects.Strong internal team leadership skills and ability to bring large internal teams together.Well-developed client
Project Director (Healthcare Construction Consultancy) in Kennington employer: AECOM
At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our extensive career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working model, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in the South East, where you can make a meaningful impact on transport planning while enjoying a range of personalised benefits tailored to support your well-being and professional aspirations.
